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    GlossaryInflammation

    body's natural response to injury or infection

    Inflammation is the body's natural response to injury or infection, characterized by redness, heat, swelling, and pain. It involves the activation of the immune system to eliminate harmful stimuli and initiate healing. While acute inflammation is a protective mechanism, chronic inflammation can lead to various health issues, including autoimmune diseases and tissue damage.

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      community Inflammation (and health care system) frustration

      in Female  3 upvotes 3 months ago
      A woman is frustrated with her hair loss and the slow, ineffective healthcare system in Canada. She has tried treatments like minoxidil, doxycycline, and kenalog injections, but continues to experience painful inflammation and hair loss.

      community Scalp Inflammation is eating my hair!

      in Chat  26 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user with seborrheic dermatitis is experiencing bald spots and hair thinning despite changing their diet and taking oral minoxidil. Another user suggests using ketoconazole shampoo properly, using a scalp massager, applying rosemary/peppermint oil, keeping hair short, and taking fish oil to improve scalp health.

      community Hair Loss Inflammation Prevention Stack

      in Research/Science  40 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The conversation discusses a hair loss and scalp care routine involving ciclopirox shampoo, benzoyl peroxide, clindamycin gel, clobetasol propionate, and calcipotriol to manage seborrheic dermatitis, folliculitis, and inflammation. It also touches on the role of diet and other treatments like oral minoxidil and pioglitazone for scalp health.

      community antihistamine for scalp inflammation??

      in Chat  6 upvotes 8 months ago
      Cetirizine 10mg daily reduced hair shedding by 50% and lessened scalp itchiness. The user is considering long-term use for scalp inflammation and hair loss.